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A delegation from Wauchula, Florida, presents a plaque to Fairhope Mayor Sherry Sullivan and city utility workers recognizing the work done by Fairhope crews to repair storm damage in Wauchula after Hurricane Ian struck the Florida community in 2022.
Florida city thanks Fairhope utility workers for Hurricane Ian response
FAIRHOPE — Fairhope officials set out goals for the upcoming year and discussed the work completed in 2022, but one accomplishment celebrated at the State of the City took place more than 500 … more
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Luis Valencia, who has volunteered to fix the clock in downtown Fairhope, at his desk in Brenny’s Jewelry Company on Monday.
Fairhope resident to volunteer watch repairman skills to fix downtown clock
The clock in downtown Fairhope will receive a long-awaited makeover this year.Luis Valencia, a watch repairman and resident of Fairhope, found himself frustrated with the broken clock, which he said … more
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Crowds line Fairhope streets during the city's Mardi Gras parade in 2022. Fairhope city officials are studying recommendations for future Carnival activities that would include restricting or moving rental sites for recreational vehicles during the parade season.
Fairhope considers moving or eliminating Mardi Gras RV parking
FAIRHOPE — City officials are considering updating rules for downtown Mardi Gras celebrations including changing or eliminating long-term RV parking during the parade season.At a Fairhope City … more
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Fairhope sewage treatment plant improvements proposed
FAIRHOPE — Fixing the smells that have raised complaints from residents near the Fairhope sewage treatment plant could cost more than $5 million, officials and engineers said."We've had … more
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Rotary Club of Fairhope help after Selma storm
Members of the Rotary Club of Fairhope traveled to Selma, to help with clean-up efforts in the tornado-stricken area. They drove the club's Disaster Response Trailer, which holds tools and equipment … more
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Grayson Peacock said his inspiration for the project came from his own gratitude for the U.S. military and a desire to make it more accessible for citizens of his community to properly retire their flags.
Eagle Scout projects helps retire flags in Daphne
DAPHNE — Middle school is often a busy time in a kid's life, long days full of bustling schedules and challenging transitions.Grayson Peacock, an eighth-grader at Daphne Middle School, will be … more
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Construction crews work on construction at Bayfront Park in Daphne. The project is one of the improvements discussed during the "State of the Cities" program conducted by the Eastern Chamber of Commerce on Jan. 18.
Eastern Shore cities making improvements
DAPHNE — More recreation activities, major water and sewer upgrades and road projects are among the improvements planned in Eastern Shore cities in upcoming months, local mayors said.Daphne … more
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'Bama's best: Gulf Shores, Eastern Shore's Nick DiMario, is state's Restaurateur of the Year and not slowing down
When getting to know the 2022 Alabama Restaurant and Hospitality Association’s Restaurateur of the Year, Nick DiMario, a few things are clear. He loves his family, his work and training up the … more
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Take a visit to Mobile Bay's Middle Bay Lighthouse, a must for tourists and locals alike
Battery McDermott, a seemingly impenetrable Civil War defense, once rose as a giant above the Mobile River. Now, trees fill the landscape where its walls once stood. Sawgrass sways in the water … more
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Crews work to add turn lanes on Gayfer Avenue and U.S. 98 in Fairhope. The Fairhope City Council voted Monday, Jan. 9 to approve a change order to repair the roadbed at the site.
Fairhope approves more work for Gayfer turn lanes
FAIRHOPE — Roadbed deterioration at the intersection of Gayfer Avenue and U.S. 98 will add to costs and the timetable to add turn lanes at the site, city officials said.Fairhope City Council … more
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Erosion on Fly Creek in Fairhope is one of the issues being examined in a watershed study by the Mobile Bay National Estuary Program. A draft of the study is expected to be ready for public comment by March.
Mobile Bay National Estuary Program completing Eastern Shore watershed study
FAIRHOPE — Growth along the Eastern Shore is creating environmental challenges, such as sedimentation created from construction sites, a two-year study of the Mobile Bay watershed … more
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Traffic cones mark road hazards in the Eastern Shore Center in Spanish Fort before the start of repairs. Work to repair and repave roads at the site is scheduled to be completed in February.
Eastern Shore Boulevard completion set for February
SPANISH FORT — After several months of construction and efforts going back more than a year, work to complete repairs on Eastern Shore Boulevard should be completed next month.Spanish Fort … more
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Crews work to pave what will be the southbound lanes of Alabama 181 near Fairhope. The project had been scheduled to be completed by December, but officials said the highway may not be open until March.
Weather woes wrench widening of 181 between Daphne and Fairhope
DAPHNE — Weather could delay the widening of Alabama 181 between Daphne and Fairhope could be delayed another two months, state highway officials said.The project to expand the highway from two … more
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TCU running back and Daphne alumnus Trent Battle visited Daphne Elementary School this week while on break from school fresh off the national championship game. Battle became the third former Trojan to play for college football’s national title in the last 10 years.
Battle visits Daphne Elementary School
Fresh off the national championship game, Daphne alumnus Trent Battle visited his old elementary school while on break from Texas Christian University. Daphne Elementary School hosted Battle for a … more
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Visitors aboard Blakeley State Park's Delta Explorer lean out for a closer look at Middle Bay Lighthouse last week during a three-hour cruise offered by the park.
Cruise America's Amazon with exciting, educational experiences from Blakely State Park
In Baldwin County, a 90-minute excursion into the wild and scenic Mobile-Tensaw Delta, known as the "American Amazon," introduces visitors and residents alike to a truly astounding natural … more
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The city of Daphne is moving ahead with plans to build a new Justice Center on U.S. 98 to replace the current facility that is almost 30 years old. Some police units now have to work out of other facilities due to a lack of space in the center, officials said.
Daphne moves ahead with plans for new Justice Center
DAPHNE — Plans are moving forward for a new Daphne Justice Center that will allow some officers now stationed in precincts return to a central location.The city council voted Tuesday, Jan. 3, … more
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Daphne Mayor Robin LeJeune, right, and city officials recognize new Police Chief Brian Gulsby, left, and retiring Chief David Carpenter, center, at the city council meeting, Tuesday, Jan. 3.
Gulsby named new Daphne police chief
DAPHNE — Daphne has a new police chief for the first time in 19 years, but he is not be new to Daphne law enforcement.Brian Gulsby was sworn in as chief Tuesday, Jan. 3, replacing David … more
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The Daphne Lady Trojans pose with the Baldwin County Championship trophy after winning seven classes during the competition at Gulf Shores High School Friday, Jan. 6. In addition, eight wrestlers earned top-four finishes to help claim the team title.
Daphne girls claim Baldwin County wrestling championship: view all winners
GULF SHORES — With seven individual champions and eight more wrestlers who earned top-four finishes, the Daphne Lady Trojans collected their second straight Baldwin County wrestling … more
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Cheerleaders, mascot represent Baldwin County at All-American events
A trio of Eastern Shore cheerleaders, as well as Foley High School’s mascot Leo the Lion, represented Baldwin County at Varsity All-American events through the Universal Cheerleaders … more
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Baldwin County golfers earn wins at Senior Bowl Winter Classic
Three of the seven division winners from the Reese’s Senior Bowl Winter Classic golf tournament hailed from Baldwin County. Fairhope’s Miles Miller won the varsity boys’ group, Will … more
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